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  1. 04-11-2015, 09:21 PM #1
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    poking my head in

    Its been quite a while since I have posted. I try to take a look around every few days though.

    Since my move to SC, I have been very busy. I ended up with a job with a low voltage installation company. I have no experience, but was put into training to lead a crew within 3 weeks. I can work as many hours as I want, and have opportunities to bid on small projects.



    This job is great for me. I am being challenged and made to learn on a regular basis. However, I don't really have time to scrap, let along make contacts for scrap in my new area. I even worked out a deal with someone to turn in my wire for me because I don't want to take time off to do it.

    Any of you that miss me, or have questions that you think I can answer, feel free to message me. I'll try to get back to you as soon as I can.

    Also, I made a friend down here that reloads bullets. I have learned that shell casings are definitely worth more than scrap value. I'm not looking to become a buyer at this time, but if you have regular access, or come across a big score I can try to give you enough info to start your search.
    Currently looking for a job in or related to scrap/recycling. Relocation is possible for the right offer.
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  4. 04-12-2015, 04:59 AM #2
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    CAT-5 and CAT-6 ?

    Welcome back.
  5. 04-12-2015, 06:37 AM #3
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    poking my head in

    right now I am mainly working with solid core 16/2 and 14/2
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  6. 04-12-2015, 08:22 AM #4
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    What is1 4/2 and 16/2 in low voltage i did low voltage for 18yrs yall do any contract jobs
  7. 04-12-2015, 08:36 AM #5
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    solid core 16/2 and 14/2 sounds like HEAVY DUTY "bell wire",lol.
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    I work for a company that installs telephone and paging systems, computer networks and door entry systems. I'm not sure what 14/2 and 16/2 would be used for.
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    Common house wiring can be called low voltage when compared to the power company lines.

    It's a bit like words having different meanings when you use a Law dictionary.

    It is a small mystery as of now. But a interesting one as I always liked electricity and wire. Add some lights and sounds and your on your way.

    I have always liked anything that had lights and wires. Started out with the old x-mas light strings. The ones with the big bulbs.
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    Welcome back Matt. I am glad you have focused on your strengths, (based on a phone conversation) and hope you the best of luck. The knowledge you have provided on this forum is valuable and I hope you will get back into scraping or at least continue to share you knowledge. Your promotion in a short amount of time is a credit to your work ethic and intelligence. We are proud of you.

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    I'm mainly dealing with fire alarms right now. 14 guage 2 wire, and 16 guage 2 wire. 24 volt systems.
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